#1 For Upward Mobility
Cal State LA is ranked number one in the U.S. for the upward mobility of our graduates. That means we’re the best university in the nation at helping our students earn their degrees and propel up the economic ladder.
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Spring 2026 Admissions
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Full details available in July
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Find Your Passion
Our academic programs and research opportunities prepare you to meet the challenges of today’s world, find your place in it, and have an impact.
Chart your path to a degree in one of our 100 undergraduate programs, more than 100 graduate-level master’s, certificate and credential programs, and four doctoral programs. We cover nearly every field, from business to the arts, education to engineering, and science to nursing.
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Life As a Golden Eagle
Make the most of your journey and have fun along the way.
Friends & Networking
Get involved with over 100 student organizations, including fraternities and sororities.
Hands-On Learning
Gain valuable professional skills and experience while serving our local communities.
Academic Success
Outstanding tutors and writing coaches are available to support your academic success.
Athletics
Take Flight
Watch our championship-winning Golden Eagle athletes compete. Students get in free!
News
Cal State LA’s top 2025 stories showcase community impact, recognition, and new beginnings
Catch up on 2025’s most-read stories—honors, innovation, recovery efforts, and student success.
Cal State LA returns to MLK Day Parade, reaffirming commitment to equity and community engagement
President Eanes leads Cal State LA contingent in MLK Day Parade, honoring King’s legacy of justice and progress
Cal State LA Downtown introduces Arts Management Certificate Program for a changing sector
Cal State LA Downtown is launching a new Arts Management Certificate Program designed to prepare arts leaders to innovate, adapt, and lead with purpose.